Doja Cat Releases 'Jealous Type,' Announces Album 'Vie' and World Tour; Emily in Paris Assistant Director Dies During Filming
Key Takeaways
- Doja Cat releases 'Jealous Type,' announces 'Vie' album (Sept 26) and world tour.
- Emily in Paris assistant director Diego Borella dies during filming; Season 5 suspended.
- Mingus Reedus arrested in Manhattan for domestic assault on August 23, 2025.
- Jerry Adler, Hesh Rabkin on The Sopranos, died at 96 on August 23, 2025.
- Zach Cregger's horror film 'Weapons' earns $170 million worldwide against $32 million budget.
Top Stories
Doja Cat releases 'Jealous Type,' announces album 'Vie' and world tour.
Doja Cat released her single 'Jealous Type' on August 22, 2025, from her upcoming album 'Vie,' set for September 26, 2025, and discussed the album with Zane Lowe on Apple Music. The 'Ma Vie World Tour' will begin November 18 in Auckland, including stops in Australia and Asia.
Emily in Paris assistant director Diego Borella dies during filming.
Diego Borella, assistant director of Netflix's Emily in Paris, died in Venice on August 21, 2025, during filming of season five. Production on Season 5 has been suspended, with the premiere scheduled for December 18, 2025.
Mingus Reedus arrested for domestic assault.
On August 23, 2025, Mingus Reedus was arrested in Manhattan for domestic assault, allegedly punching, choking, and slamming a woman to the ground. Reedus was charged with assault and obstruction of breathing.
Jerry Adler, The Sopranos actor, dies at 96.
Jerry Adler, known for his role as Hesh Rabkin on The Sopranos, died at 96 on August 23, 2025, in New York. He appeared in 28 episodes of The Sopranos and had a career spanning over 50 Broadway shows.
Zach Cregger's horror film 'Weapons' leads summer box office.
Zach Cregger's horror film 'Weapons' has earned approximately $170 million worldwide as of August 22, 2025, surpassing $150 million, with a budget of $32 million. The film hit the $100 million milestone at the North American box office.
Award Watch
Shilpa Rao wins National Film Award for 'Chaleya'.
Shilpa Rao won the National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer for her song 'Chaleya' from Jawan at the 71st National Awards. She dedicated her award to her hometown, Jamshedpur.
Doha Film Institute celebrates 15th anniversary.
Fatma Hassan Alremaihi reflects on the Doha Film Institute's (DFI) 15th anniversary, highlighting its support of over 950 films from 75 countries. She also previews the upcoming Doha Film Festival, scheduled for November 20-28.
Box Office Buzz
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II re-release announced.
Fathom Entertainment will re-release Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze in cinemas in March 2026 to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the original movie. This follows the successful re-release of the 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film.
Gossip Mill
Christine Baranski's representatives deny relationship rumors with King Princess.
Rumors of a relationship between Christine Baranski and King Princess emerged after they were seen together, but Baranski's representatives denied the rumors on August 22, 2025. The pair met on the set of “Nine Perfect Strangers.”
Taylor Swift and the Super Bowl.
Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi's daughter's initials revealed.
Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi, who recently adopted a baby girl, sparked speculation about their daughter's initials. Brown was photographed in the Hamptons holding a phone case with the letters RWB.
Amanda Bynes reveals new look and announces OnlyFans.
Amanda Bynes revealed a new look on August 23, 2025, after undergoing lip fillers and blepharoplasty. She also announced an OnlyFans account.
Missy Elliott settles copyright dispute.
Rapper Missy Elliott and a producer, Terry Williams, settled a copyright dispute just before a jury selection in a Pennsylvania federal court on August 22, 2025. The terms of the settlement were not disclosed.
Jan Ravnik rumored to join 'Dancing with the Stars'.
Jan Ravnik, a backup dancer for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, has reportedly joined 'Dancing with the Stars'. Neither Ravnik nor ABC has confirmed the casting.
In Memoriam
Portuguese cinematographer Eduardo Serra dies.
Portuguese cinematographer Eduardo Serra died at 81. Serra was known for his work on films like 'Harry Potter' and 'Girl with a Pearl Earring'.
Screen Scene
Warner Bros. developing film about Kobe Bryant's 1996 NBA draft.
Warner Bros. is developing With the 8th Pick, a film about Kobe Bryant's 1996 NBA draft, focusing on the New Jersey Nets' consideration of drafting Bryant. The film explores the behind-the-scenes drama leading up to the draft.
Blake Lively to star in and produce 'The Survival List'.
Blake Lively is set to star in and produce the rom-com 'The Survival List' as Annie, a reality TV producer stranded on an island. The announcement follows Lively's lawsuit against Justin Baldoni.
Jason Ritter discusses Matlock season 2.
Jason Ritter, star of Matlock, discusses season 2 and his hosting gig at The Festival of Arts’ California Dreamin’: A Benefit for the Arts on August 23, 2025. Matlock returns to CBS on October 12 at 8:30 p.m. ET.
Netflix establishes guidelines for using generative AI.
Netflix established guidelines for using generative AI in content production, covering copyright and talent consent. The company previously used AI in 'The Eternaut' to speed up VFX.
Plans for 'The Badgers' trilogy announced.
Director Paul M. Lundø announced plans for 'The Badgers' trilogy on August 22, 2025. Producer David L. Leader aims to create a franchise, filling a market gap for live-action family films.
Sunrise Films acquires U.S. distribution rights for 'Another End'.
Sunrise Films acquired U.S. distribution rights to Piero Messina's sci-fi film 'Another End,' starring Gael García Bernal and Renate Reinsve. The film is set to release in U.S. theaters on Sept. 19, 2025.
Hayes Warner cast in Ryan Murphy's 'The Shards'.
Hayes Warner has been cast as a series regular in Ryan Murphy's FX series 'The Shards', based on Bret Easton Ellis's novel. The series is set in Los Angeles in 1981.
Star Sightings
Dua Lipa celebrates her 30th birthday.
Dua Lipa celebrated her 30th birthday on August 22, 2025, marking a decade of success since 2015. The article highlights her success with seven Brit Awards and three Grammy Awards.
Christina Aguilera shares poolside photos.
On August 23, 2025, Christina Aguilera, 44, shared poolside photos on Instagram, highlighting her physique in a red-hot swimsuit. The post received compliments from followers.
Stream Scene
Raphael Bob-Waksberg's animated series 'Long Story Short' renewed for Season 2.
Raphael Bob-Waksberg's animated series 'Long Story Short,' exploring a Jewish family, has been renewed for a second season. The show, which debuted on Netflix on August 22, 2025, focuses on the Schwooper family across three decades.
MGM+ renews 'The Institute' for a second season.
On August 22, 2025, MGM+ renewed 'The Institute' ('O Instituto') for a second season, based on Stephen King's novel. The show follows kids with special abilities in a mysterious facility.
Tune In
Chappell Roan headlines Reading Festival.
Chappell Roan headlined Reading Festival on August 22, 2025, with a fairytale-themed set, marking her first U.K. festival headline. Her performance included hits like 'Hot To Go' and 'Pink Pony Club', engaging the 90,000-strong crowd.
Laufey releases new album 'A Matter of Time'.
Laufey, the 26-year-old Grammy winner, released her third studio album, ‘A Matter of Time,’ on August 22, 2025. The album combines classical, jazz, and pop music, exploring vulnerability and anguish.
Dasha releases music video for “Like It Like That.”
On August 22, 2025, Dasha released the music video for her new single, “Like It Like That.” The video features Dasha in a motel room with Rob Rausch from Love Island USA.
Olivia Dean announces 'The Art Of Loving Live Tour'.
Olivia Dean is embarking on a UK and European tour, 'The Art Of Loving Live Tour', to promote her album The Art Of Loving, set to release on September 26, 2025. The tour begins April 23, 2026, in Glasgow.
Karan Aujla releases album P-POP CULTURE.
On August 22, 2025, Karan Aujla released his album P-POP CULTURE, a 10-track blend of Punjabi pop and hip-hop. The album features 'MF Gabhru!' and a video for 'For a Reason'.
The Vaccines announce 15th-anniversary tour.
The Vaccines are celebrating 15 years of their debut album with a UK tour in 2026. The tour includes a show at O2 Academy Brixton on March 13.
Steve Martin and Alison Brown to release banjo album.
Steve Martin and Alison Brown are collaborating on a banjo album, Safe, Sensible and Sound, out October 17. The album features a new single, 'Dear Time,' with guest vocals from Jackson Browne.
The Pretty Reckless releases new song 'For I Am Death'.
The Pretty Reckless released ‘For I Am Death’ on August 22, 2025, their first new song in four years. The song is a riff-heavy hard rock track with an infectious chorus.
Hotline TNT removes music from Spotify.
Hotline TNT removed their music from Spotify due to values misalignment, citing Spotify CEO Daniel Ek's investment in a military AI startup. The band's music is available on Apple Music and Bandcamp.